Good morning, Pensacola.

Escambia County officials cut the ribbon on Thursday morning at the new 8,000-square-foot Brownsville Library at 3300 W DeSoto Street, which now houses a public library, café, and multi-use space for community programs.

Escambia County also received $350,000 in RESTORE Act funding to design a business incubator near the library—an effort to boost local business.

A New York—style pizza franchise called Johnny Brusco’s will open soon at 1491 W.

Nine Mile Road, offering brick-oven thin-crust pizzas and Italian meals to Pensacola residents. The new shop, owned by franchisee Stephen Long, joins nearby eateries such as Jeremiah’s Italian Ice and Lou’s Pizza.

A 22-year-old Pensacola man broke into a 79-year-old woman's trailer early this month and raped her after she answered his request for water and phone use—he was arrested on Aug.

8 on charges of sexual assault and burglary with assault—and is set to appear in court on Aug. 29.

Tierra Binion's sister Diamond Jordan said she applauded the judge's decision to deny a Stand Your Ground dismissal for Christian Ketchup, who shot Binion 10 times at Mugs & Jugs in 2023 and now faces a second-degree murder trial with a potential life sentence.

University of West Florida has begun its presidential search process by hosting a public forum to gather community input on qualities needed in the next president, and the meeting will take place on August 27 from 11:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m. at the UWF Usha Kundu MD College of Health where input will help set the candidate criteria.

More than 400 children are on a waitlist for Escambia County’s School Readiness Program due to a nationwide shortage of childcare professionals—low wages, high turnover, and rising demand have left the program understaffed.

The Early Learning Coalition warns that many families may opt out if the delays continue.

Pensacola High and Booker T.

Washington will face off in the Mayor’s Bowl on Oct 3 at Blue Wahoos Stadium — a downtown field across from City Hall — with kickoff at 7 p.m. and $7 tickets, marking the event as the fifth annual game and this season’s First City Bowl.

Argonaut 5K Run

7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m. — University of West Florida — Supports UWF cross country program — Run for a cause on the scenic campus.

Rosie O’Grady’s Dueling Piano Show

8-11 p.m. — Rosie O'Grady's Inc — Reservations recommended — Experience a vibrant, interactive piano show with top talent and audience participation in Pensacola.

Pensacola Labor Day Jazz Series with JJ Sansaverino

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Brownsville Community Center — Ticket prices may apply — Enjoy an evening of smooth jazz with renowned guitarist JJ Sansaverino.

Bulls on the Beach

September 4-6 — Flora-Bama — Admission required — Experience three nights of thrilling rodeo action with professional bull riders.

Shelby Kemp & The Galbraith Sisters Concert

8 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Handlebar — Tickets available — Experience Southern Roots and Rock from Hattiesburg and St. Pete as the road to Telluride Blues and Brews Fest begins.

Steven Ho Live

6-7:30 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Tickets from $64 — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Steven Ho in a prime venue.

Eazybaked Music Event

7-8:30 p.m. — Laguna's Beach Bar + Grill — Entry details TBA — Catch EAZYBAKED and friends bringing the beats to Pensacola Beach!

Black Jacket Symphony - The Era of Yacht Rock

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience classic albums live with the Black Jacket Symphony’s Yacht Rock tribute.

Gary Allan Concert

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Saenger Theatre Pensacola — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating blend of country roots and rock and roll from Gary Allan.

Gulf Coast Summer Fest

1-2:30 p.m. — Vince J. Whibbs Sr. Community Maritime Park — Ticket required — Experience the sensational guitar stylings of Blake Aaron, a contemporary jazz gem.